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Buddha's Psychology Serial: RA-02971 This talk explores the concept of "Buddha's Psychology," proposing that Buddha, in a state of awakening, transcends traditional psychology and embodies the true nature of psychological phenomena. The discussion emphasizes that... *Consciousness, Study, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 01 2000 San Francisco Sitting Group
Zen Cycles: Transforming Tradition and Practice Serial: RA-01013 The talk explores themes of Zen practice and its relationship with concepts like holiness and filial duty. It delves into how practice might involve transcending or realizing holiness and examines the role of honoring ancestors... *Buddha, Time, Love*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 29 2000
Buddha's Psychology Serial: RA-02970 The talk examines Buddhist psychology by exploring the Middle Way as a method of practice, emphasizing balance amidst life's experiences to avoid "missing life" through suffering and distractions. It differentiates between... *Pain, Buddha, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 25 2000 San Francisco Sitting Group
Zen Beyond Filial Constraints Serial: RA-01014 The talk explores the Zen koan involving a monk asking Saushan about the significance of not wearing mourning clothes, with Saushan responding that today filial duty is fulfilled. This discussion parallels another koan involving... *Time, Separation, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 22 2000
Buddhism and Psychotherapy Serial: RA-02963 -	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000 1 Mount Madonna Center
Buddhism and Psychotherapy Serial: RA-02965 - *Work, Study, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000 3 Mount Madonna Center
Identity Fluidity for Enlightenment Serial: RA-02964 This talk explores the complex relationship between identity, personality, and societal expectations, particularly in the context of Zen philosophy and psychotherapy. It underscores the necessity of letting go of fixed identities... *War, Pain, Ego*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000
Awakening Through Interdependent Expression Serial: RA-02969 The talk focuses on the dynamic between a Zen teacher and student, specifically discussing the concepts of self-expression, reflection, and response without attachment. It explores the nature of true self-expression in accordance... *Love, Pain, Ego*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000
Zen's Collective Awakening Journey Serial: RA-02966 The talk discusses the integration of enlightenment in Zen practice into daily life and society, emphasizing the importance of transformation through non-attachment and the collective realization of enlightenment. It contrasts... *Enlightenment, Bell, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000
Spontaneous Presence: Embrace Authenticity Now Serial: RA-02968 The talk primarily delves into the exploration of self-presentation, anxiety, and authenticity in both personal and professional contexts. It emphasizes the importance of experiencing emotions anew, challenges the conventional... *Anger, Intimacy, Freedom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000
Wind-Bell Wisdom: Embracing Impermanence Serial: RA-02967 The talk explores the concepts of impermanence, personality, and enlightenment using the metaphor of a wind-bell, emphasizing that enlightenment doesn't mean freedom from old habits but rather a deeper understanding and... *Pain, Desire, Ego*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 2000
Killing Tradition for Self-Discovery Serial: RA-01016 The talk examines a Zen koan involving Dongshan and Yunzhu, debating the meaning of "killing" one's parents metaphorically to truly fulfill filial duty by becoming oneself. This discourse explores the balance between the... *Time, Work, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 15 2000
Embracing Vulnerability Through Interdependence Serial: RA-02045 The talk explores the significance of Mother's Day, emphasizing vulnerability, the concept of being supported by all beings, and the importance of expressing one's truth. The discussion draws upon Zen tenets, particularly from... *Soto Zen, Love, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 14 2000
Embrace Vulnerability to Foster Connection Serial: RA-01705 The talk explores the theme of vulnerability and authenticity, emphasizing the importance of exposing one's true self to foster genuine love and connection. It highlights how facing and sharing one's suffering can be challenging... *Love, Healing, Hate*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 2000
Awakening Through Zen and Stories Serial: RA-02962 The talk discusses the concept of self-existence as explored through Zen practice and philosophical teachings, referencing the etymology of certain Chinese characters related to Avalokiteshvara in the Heart Sutra. The... *Emptiness, Ceremony, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 12 2000
Embracing Balance Through Compassion Serial: RA-02044 This talk explores the concept of the "middle way" as taught by Buddha Shakyamuni, highlighting the avoidance of two extremes: addiction to sense pleasures and self-mortification. It connects the middle way with the philosophical... *Buddha, Practice, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2000
Unveiling Self Through Zen Clarity Serial: RA-02476 The talk examines the philosophy around the concept of "self" in Zen and Buddhist traditions, particularly through the lens of Avalokiteshvara as depicted in the Heart Sutra. It draws connections between the self, language, and... *Emptiness, Ceremony, Avalokiteshvara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 02 2000
Embodied Enlightenment Through Silent Engagement Serial: RA-02477 The main thesis of this talk focuses on the dual aspect of the bodhisattva's realization, emphasizing both the understanding and manifestation of emptiness through appropriate responding and relational engagement with all beings... *Emptiness, Enlightenment, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 31 2000
Compassionate Liberation Through Emptiness Serial: RA-02478 The central thesis of the talk revolves around the concepts of liberation, compassion, the relinquishment of views, and appropriate responding in the practice of Buddhism. The speaker emphasizes that true enlightenment... *Emptiness, Manjushri, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 30 2000
Embracing Emptiness Beyond Dualism Serial: RA-02475 This talk explores the concept of the "middle way" in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the necessity of relinquishing dualistic views, such as "is" and "is not," to practice emptiness. By relinquishing these views, one overcomes... *Emptiness, Study, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 29 2000
Embracing Emptiness, Engaging Compassion Serial: RA-02474 The central thesis explores the concept of partnership in Zen practice, emphasizing the relinquishment of views, embracing emptiness, and responding appropriately to suffering. A discussion on "beginner's mind" suggests it... *Enlightenment, Emptiness, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 28 2000
Responding to the World's Cries Serial: RA-02458 The talk explores the Zen concept of cutting off words to manifest emptiness, emphasizing the importance of responding rather than attaining in the practice of the Buddha Dharma. The discussion points to the notion that true... *Buddha, Practice, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 27 2000
Zen's Dynamic Dance with Reality Serial: RA-02961 The talk reflects on the speaker's initial attraction to Zen, emphasizing the importance of learning how to respond creatively to challenging situations rather than seeking enlightenment through meditation experiences. The... *Ceremony, Soto Zen, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 26 2000
Awakening Through Shared Zen Practice Serial: RA-02960 The talk explores the concept of "Buddha Ancestor Zen," emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, dependent co-arising, and the middle position between self and other in the Zen practice. The speaker reflects on personal... *Buddha Ancestors, Soto Zen, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 25 2000
Embracing Emptiness Through Open Mind Serial: RA-02959 The talk explores the concept of dependent co-arising in Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the idea that phenomena do not inherently exist but rely on mental imputation and relational factors for their existence. It examines the... *Emptiness, Letting Go, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2000
Embracing Emptiness: Beyond Views Serial: RA-02465 The talk explores the concept of dependently co-arising phenomena, emphasizing that even ultimate truths like emptiness rely on mental imputation and lack inherent existence. It further discusses the Buddha's path as... *Emptiness, Zazen, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 21 2000
Embracing Ambiguity Through Middle Way Serial: RA-02958 The talk elaborates on the concept of Dependent Co-Arising (DCA) as understood within the Middle Way (MW) framework, emphasizing its position as a right view and its integration with the concept of emptiness. It engages with the... *Lotus Sutra, Karma, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 20 2000
Sitting in the Flow of Now Serial: RA-02957 The talk addresses the tension between adhering to precepts and the Zen practice of non-attachment, emphasizing the idea of practicing without a "gaining idea" to achieve a more authentic experience. It explores the practice of... *Shikantaza, Posture, Blue Cliff Record*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 17 2000
Zen's Relational Dance of Being Serial: RA-02956 The talk elaborates on the concept of the non-substantiality of the person within the framework of the Middle Way in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the relational nature of personhood that does not exist independently in space-time... *Bell, Buddhism, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2000
Embracing Emptiness: Interconnected Awakening Serial: RA-02955 The talk builds on the study of "dependent core arising" and its interconnectedness with the concept of emptiness in Mahayana Buddhism. It emphasizes that while some understand "dependent core arising" as synonymous with... *Emptiness, Delusion, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 13 2000
Transcending Views Through Mindfulness Serial: RA-02954 This talk explores the division of the Buddha's teachings into those concerning morality, aimed at "eternalists" who believe in a permanent self, and those concerning ultimate truth, which address the views of inherent existence... *Pain, Emptiness, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 11 2000
Discovering Self Through Zen Wisdom Serial: RA-02953 The talk revolves around the Zen teaching of Dogen on self-exploration, highlighting the distinction between the notion of inherent existence and the conventional, dependently originated self. It examines the danger of falling... *Emptiness, Instruction, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 07 2000
Compassionate Foundations for Emptiness Exploration Serial: RA-02952 The talk explores the intricate interconnection between compassion, meditation on emptiness, and the conventional self, emphasizing the necessity of grounding in compassion practices before delving into the concept of emptiness.... *Compassion, Samadhi, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2000
Embracing Emptiness: The Middle Way Serial: RA-02951 The talk primarily explores the Buddhist concept of emptiness or selflessness, emphasizing the middle way to avoid extremes: denying existence entirely or asserting inherent existence. It examines how a conventionally existing... *Emptiness, Practice, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 03 2000
Illusions Unveiled: Zen's Hidden Reality Serial: RA-02950 The talk examines the concept of inherent existence and emptiness, emphasizing the distinction between appearance and reality as understood in Zen philosophy. The illusion of substantial existence is compared to a magician’s... *Nirvana, Emptiness, Samsara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 02 2000
Embracing Compassion Through Emptiness Serial: RA-02949 The talk addresses key aspects of bodhisattva training, focusing on compassion, realizing the emptiness of inherent existence, and the practice of meditation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of combining compassion with... *Hindrances, Emptiness, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 23 2000
Sesshin Day 9 Serial: RA-02498 Winter Practice Period - Sesshin -	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 23 2000 Tassajara
Embracing the Middle Path Wisdom Serial: RA-02948 The talk focuses on the concept of "right view" as taught by the Buddha, specifically addressing the dichotomy between existence and non-existence. The discussion emphasizes the middle way, which involves observing empirical... *Observe, Wisdom, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 22 2000
Compassionate Path of Emptiness Realization Serial: RA-02947 The talk explores the concept of the "bodhisattva forest," emphasizing compassion, bodhicitta, and realization as key aspects of Mahayana practice. It underscores the importance of understanding and experiencing the realization... *Emptiness, Letting Go, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 21 2000
Path to Liberation: Embracing the Middle Way Serial: RA-02946 The talk centers on the Buddha Shakyamuni's teachings, specifically the "Middle Way" as the path between hedonistic indulgence and ascetic self-mortification. The discussion extends to the first sermon given to five yogis,... *Consciousness, Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 20 2000
Beyond Self: Embracing Impermanence Serial: RA-02945 The talk examines the Buddhist teaching of not-self, particularly through the Buddha's discourse on the characteristics of not-self, where material form, feeling, perception, formation, and consciousness are analyzed as... *Buddha, Suffering, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 19 2000
Compassion Through Emptiness Insight Serial: RA-02944 The transcript analyzes the nature of perception and conception, emphasizing that conception is a process of ignorance and that all phenomena are dependent on conceptual imputation. It further discusses the role of compassion in... *Compassion, Study, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 18 2000
Dispassion's Path to Compassionate Joy Serial: RA-02493 The talk discusses the importance of dispassion in Buddhist practice, primarily through the teaching "This is not mine. This is not what I am. This is not myself," which is fundamental for overcoming attachment to material form... *Passions, Compassion, Bodhisattva Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 18 2000
Zen's Dance of Emptiness Serial: RA-02943 The talk delves into Zen philosophy, exploring the concepts of self, inherent existence, and emptiness through Zen dialogues and teachings. It discusses the interdependence of experience and self-perception, emphasizing the... *Emptiness, Duality, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 17 2000
Embodying Stillness on the Zen Path Serial: RA-02942 The talk delves into the teachings of Bodhidharma and Huika, highlighting the path to realization through the cessation of conceptual involvement and the practice of non-involvement in differentiated experiences. It emphasizes... *Instruction, Bodhidharma, Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 16 2000
Journey to Emptiness with Compassion Serial: RA-02941 The talk centers on the Mahayana path, emphasizing great compassion, the aspiration for Buddhahood, and the realization of Buddha’s wisdom, particularly the concept of emptiness purified of inherent existence. The process... *Ceremony, Evil, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 15 2000
Compassion's Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-02043 The talk elucidates the integral role of compassion in the path to Buddhahood, emphasizing the necessity to love and serve all sentient beings without expectation. It posits that the vision of a Buddha, which perceives all... *Buddha, Wisdom, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 13 2000
Cultivating Selflessness Through Inner Peace Serial: RA-02940 The talk emphasizes the importance of recognizing and confronting the deeply held belief in an inherently existing self to achieve selflessness. The practice of shamatha meditation in a state of calm and joy is stressed as a... *Heart Sutra, Practice Period, Tassajara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 05 2000
Walking the Middle Path of Emptiness Serial: RA-02352 The talk focuses on the realization of emptiness and the Middle Way in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of understanding bodhisattva teachings as integrating both the realization and the teachings of emptiness. The... *Emptiness, Lotus Sutra, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 04 2000
Embracing Emptiness Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-02460 The talk primarily focuses on the Mahayana practice related to the realization of bodhicitta and selflessness, emphasizing non-conceptual meditation practices such as shamatha and vipassana. It details the methodology for... *Buddha, Practice, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 02 2000

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